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MAB2022051201
Pennsylvania Medicaid (DHS)·PA · Family Medicine, Pediatrics, General Practice +2 more·Provider Bulletin
Effective date
May 12, 2022
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Pennsylvania Medical Assistance updated the 2022 immunization schedule for children and adolescents (ages 18 and under), adding new recommendations for COVID-19, influenza, and dengue vaccines, plus updated guidance for multiple existing vaccines. This supersedes the 2021 schedule and affects all providers administering immunizations to Medicaid beneficiaries.
Action Required
Immediately: Review and implement the 2022 Immunization Schedule (Tables 1-3) for all Medicaid patients ages 18 and under. Update clinical protocols to include new dengue vaccine recommendations for ages 9-16 in endemic areas, revised COVID-19 and influenza guidance, and updated contraindications/precautions appendix. Ensure staff follow new HPV, Hib, HepA, HepB, MMR, and other vaccine guidelines as specified in the bulletin.